Oct 11

Fluoride

By Dr. David White Oral Health Topics, Patient Education

For decades, fluoride has been held in high regard by the dental community as an important mineral that strengthens tooth enamel, which thereby helps to prevent decay of tooth structures.…

Oct 11

Flossing

By Dr. David White Oral Health Topics, Patient Education, Tooth Care

What is flossing? Flossing is a method for removing bacteria and other debris that cannot be reached by a toothbrush. It generally entails a very thin piece of synthetic cord…

Oct 11

Flap Surgery

By Dr. David White Patient Education, Treatment

Your bone and gum tissue should fit snugly around your teeth like a turtleneck. When you have periodontal disease, this supporting tissue and bone is destroyed, forming "pockets" around the…

Oct 11

Fillings

By Dr. David White Patient Education, Treatment

There are three basic kinds of fillings used to restore teeth after decay is removed: amalgams, composites and stainless steel crowns. Amalgams Most dental amalgams are silver in color and…

Oct 11

Fillings

By Dr. David White Oral Health Topics, Patient Education

Frequently asked questions: dental fillings Are dental amalgams safe? Is it possible to have an allergic reaction to amalgam? Is it true that dental amalgams have been banned in other…

Oct 11

Extractions

By Dr. David White Patient Education, Treatment

In most cases, a tooth may need to be pulled when other less radical procedures, such as amalgams or restoration, make it impossible or imprudent to save your child's original…

Oct 11

Extractions

By Dr. David White Patient Education, Treatment

General Procedure When restoration procedures such as root canal therapy, crowns, or fillings are not enough to save a tooth, it may need to be pulled, or extracted. Tooth extraction…

Oct 11

Excessive or Uneven Gums

By Dr. David White Cosmetic Dentistry, Patient Education

Many people inherit the problem of excessive or uneven gums. An aesthetic surgical procedure called a gum lift can be used to correct this problem.

Oct 11

Emergency Care

By Dr. David White Patient Education

A knocked out tooth or bitten tongue can cause panic in any parent, but quick thinking and staying calm are the best ways to approach such common dental emergencies and…

Oct 11

Dry Mouth

By Dr. David White Dental Problems, Patient Education

Saliva is one of your body's natural defenses against plaque because it acts to rinse your mouth of cavity-causing bacteria and other harmful materials. Dry mouth (also called Xerostomia) is…

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